Additional Note University of Denver— M.S in Applied Quantitative Finance I PROGRAM DESCRIPTION The Master of Science in Applied Quantitative Finance (MSAQF) from the Reiman School of Finance combines the in-depth study of finance theories and principles with advanced technologies, communication and teamwork with a strong focus on ethics and values You will develop financial models with integrated classroom experience and apply your newly learned skills immediately We will challenge you to think, not memorize We believe in learning by doing, practicing and perfecting https://daniels.du.edu/finance/masters/ Can I Do A Dual Degree in the MBA or MS Programs? A: You can a dual MBA and MS program To take advantages of dual degrees and receiving a reduction in credits on both programs, the student needs to add the second program halfway through their first one https://daniels.du.edu/graduate-admissions/faq/ II DEADLINE The Daniels College of Business encourages applicants to submit a completed application as early as possible to secure a place in our programs Once we have received your online application and application fee, we will render an admissions decision as outlined below All application materials must be received by the deadline to be considered for that particular round Not all candidates may be invited to interview An invitation to interview may come at any point Our goal is a smooth and responsive admissions process Fall Quarter Entry (Classes start in early September) Deadlines Application Deadline Notification Date Deposit Deadline Round October 15 December 15 February Round January 15 March 15 April 15 Round March April 15 May 15 Round April 15 May 15 June All candidates are automatically considered for merit-based aid (including scholarships and graduate assistantships) at the time of admission; there is no separate application International applicants should apply by March to allow time to obtain a student visa Applications received after April 15 will be considered on a rolling, spaceavailable basis through August Additional Note Spring Quarter Entry (Classes start in late March or early April) Deadlines Application Deadline Notification Date Deposit Deadline Round September 15 November December Round November 15 January 15 February 15 Round January February 15 March 15 All candidates are automatically considered for merit-based aid (including scholarships and graduate assistantships) at the time of admission; there is no separate application Merit-based financial assistance includes scholarships and graduate assistantships International applicants should apply by November 15 to allow time to obtain a student visa Applications received after January will be considered on a rolling, space available basis through March https://daniels.du.edu/graduate-admissions/ Does it matter which application deadlines I choose? A: While you should submit your application when it is the strongest, we also encourage you to complete your application as early as possible for best possible consideration While seats are available through all of the deadlines, we not recommend waiting for the last deadline to apply https://daniels.du.edu/graduate-admissions/faq/ III.ADMISSION REQUIREMENT MS Applied Quantitative Finance: Required GMAT Work Experience: Not Required Class Profiles Average Work Experience: year Average GMAT: 560 Average GPA: 3.28 https://daniels.du.edu/graduate-admissions/ What is the minimum overall GPA required? A: The minimum overall GPA required is 2.5, with the average being 3.4 It is important to note, however, that the Admissions Committee also takes into account other aspects of the application to make a final decision What is the minimum required GMAT or GRE score? A: There is not a particular required minimum score; however, most candidates have a GMAT above 600 or GRE scores above 158 on each section of the exam Additional Note Do you accept the GRE instead of the GMAT? Is there one that you prefer? A: Yes, we accept both the GMAT and the GRE There are no preferences, but your scores should demonstrate a balance between verbal and quantitative skills If you have taken the exams multiple times, we will consider your highest scores Do I need to have a business undergraduate degree to be accepted? A: No, a business undergraduate degree is not required, we accept students from a wide variety of backgrounds We require that all students have earned a regionally-accredited undergraduate degree (or international equivalent) prior to enrollment https://daniels.du.edu/graduate-admissions/faq/ English Proficiency If English is not your native language, you will need to submit TOEFL, IELTS, or CAE scores unless you earned a bachelor’s degree or higher from a formallyrecognized/accredited university where the institution’s sole language of instruction and examination was English Test scores should be submitted with your application; the University of Denver TOEFL score code is 4842 We require a minimum TOEFL iBT score of 94, TOEFL (paper-based) score of 587, IELTS score of 7.0 or CAE score of 185 Those receiving less than these suggested scores will only be admitted under special consideration for outstanding work experience, additional evidence of language ability, or exceptional academic performance The Daniels College of Business does not offer conditional admission https://daniels.du.edu/graduate-admissions/international-students/ Possible Exemptions: International applicants with a regionally accredited bachelor’s degree from a U.S institution and/or whose native language is English may be exempt from the TOEFL/IELTS/CAE requirement Alternatively, if an applicant received a postsecondary degree from a formally-recognized/accredited institution and the institution’s only language of instruction and examination is English, the applicant may be exempt from the TOEFL/IELTS/CAE requirement Please submit proof of these circumstances with application materials https://daniels.du.edu/graduate-admissions/faq/ IV PROCESS & MAILING ADDRESS Online Application Application Fee $100 (non-refundable) Transcripts We require a scanned copy of the official transcripts from every college or university you have attended The scanned documents must be clearly legible and sized to print on standard 8½-by-11-inch paper You not need to submit Additional Note hard copies of academic records when you apply If your transcripts are in languages other than English, also submit official, certified translated versions For candidates educated in India, we require individual mark sheets Applicants with foreign credentials must also submit official proof of the degree earned (e.g., diploma or certificate) with an English translation GRE or GMAT GMAT code: MZR-GT-07 MZR-GT-04 GRE Code for All Programs: 4842 English Proficiency University of Denver TOEFL score code is 4842 Recommendations: Not Required Essays Professional Résumé Passport Prior to receiving an admission offer, we encourage non-U.S citizens to upload or submit a copy of the photograph and legal name page of your passport We cannot issue your I-20 or DS-2019 without your passport You will be able to upload these materials upon receiving an offer of admission Financial verification form We ask that all international students submit a financial verification form You will need to submit this form along with a bank statement or certificate of deposit showing sufficient liquid funds for your estimated cost of attendance If a sponsor or government office is financing your education, you will need to supply a student financial guarantee letter (FGL) from your sponsoring agency or government office You are required to submit these forms and statements in order to be provided with an I-20 We encourage you to submit this form with your application You will be able to upload these materials upon receiving an offer of admission Mailing Address Daniels College of Business at University of Denver 2101 S University Blvd., Denver, CO 80208-8921 Graduate Admission: +1 303.732.6186 Email: daniels@du.edu https://daniels.du.edu/graduate-admissions/#admissions https://daniels.du.edu/graduate-admissions/international-students/ https://daniels.du.edu/graduate-admissions/contact-us/ Additional Note https://www.du.edu/admission-aid/graduate/international/admission-requirements Information from Online application V SOP/ESSAY/WRITING SAMPLE Essays Essays are assessed for clarity, organization, conciseness and grammar Through the essays, you can communicate what you hope to achieve at Daniels and how you will contribute to the Daniels community Take advantage of the third optional open-topic essay to let us know what sets you apart from other applicants Essay (required): Briefly discuss your career objectives post-graduate school How will your professional experience, combined with our degree program, help you to achieve these goals? What are your alternative career paths? (350 words) Essay (required): Respond to one of the following prompts (250 words): My favorite memory is… I’m most afraid of… My greatest challenge has been… I’m most proud of… Essay (optional): Is there anything else that we should know as we evaluate your application? If you feel your credentials and essays represent you fairly, please don’t feel obligated to submit another essay (250 words) Professional Résumé Required (limit pages, page is preferred) Please refer to this link for examples of a professional résumé Please submit a professional résumé that demonstrates the scope of professional experience and educational achievements Utilize our resume guidelines for assistance https://daniels.du.edu/graduate-admissions/#admissions Information from Online Application VI ADDITIONAL NOTE FOR INT’L APPLICANT Daniels College of Business-Cost of Attendance All other Specialized Master's Programs We not automatically assume students in enrolled in Specialized Master's Degree programs will take courses in the summer quarter, so you won't see those costs listed below Eligibility for financial aid for the summer is limited; if you need aid for the summer term, you must complete a separate application in the spring Estimated Costs for 2019-2020 Additional Note Direct Costs: These costs will appear on your University bill, and are based on the number of credits you take each quarter For the 2019-20 academic year, tuition is $1,426 per credit, but students enrolled in 12-18 credits are charged a flat rate of $17,112 per term Category Fall 2019 Winter 2020 Spring 2020 Total Tuition (12-18 credits) $17,112 $17,112 $17,112 $51,336 Fees $101 $101 $101 $303 Health Insurance* $1,625 - $1,625 $3,250 Budget Total $18,838 $17,213 $18,838 $54,889 *If you participate in the DU Student Health Insurance Program, you will be charged only in the fall and spring quarters for 12-month coverage You may waive participation in the program if you are covered by another plan Indirect Costs: To determine these estimated expenses, we research the cost of living in the DU area and use recommended guidelines published by the Colorado Department of Higher Education Your actual costs may be different Category Fall 2019 Winter 2020 Spring 2020 Total Books $400 $400 $400 $1,200 Housing & Meals $5,217 $5,217 $5,217 $15,651 Transportation $502 $502 $502 $1,506 Personal Expenses $468 $468 $468 $1,404 Loan Fees* $69 $69 $68 $206 Total $6,656 $6,656 $6,655 $19,967 *A 1.066% origination fee is taken out at disbursement of Federal Direct Unsubsidized loans The loan fees listed above are the average for graduate students who borrow these loans Actual fees will depend on the amount borrowed Total COA per quarter is $25,494 Total COA for the entire 2019-20 academic year (excluding summer) is $74,856 https://www.du.edu/admission-aid/financial-aid-scholarships/graduate-financialaid/cost-attendance/daniels-college-business VISA Information International applicants are required to provide additional documents in order to receive immigration materials from the University of Denver These items are not required until after an applicant is offered admission but submitting them with your application can expedite the visa process Visa documents will not be processed until an enrollment deposit is received after the time of admission Additional Note https://daniels.du.edu/graduate-admissions/international-students/ VII OTHER Admissions Interview By invitation only (on-campus or online) https://daniels.du.edu/graduate-admissions/#0 Scholarships & Aid The Daniels College of Business strives to make attending our programs as accessible and affordable as possible for qualified candidates There is a wide array of scholarship, graduate assistantship, work study and loan programs available to help you achieve your goal of earning a Daniels degree If you would like more information about Daniels’ scholarship and financial aid options, please call our Admissions office at 303.963.9807 https://daniels.du.edu/graduate-admissions/tuition-and-aid/ What is the cost of tuition for the school? Are there scholarship award opportunities? A: Tuition and fees are posted by the Office of the Registrar Please check here for current rates Daniels automatically evaluates every single accepted applicant for merit-based scholarships; no additional application is necessary These awards are based upon academic performance, testing results, relevant professional experience and other soft considerations gleaned through essays and letters of recommendation As of this academic year, scholarships for master of science applicants generally range between $5,000 and $24,000 and $5,000 to $60,000+ for The Denver MBA over the course of the program and we notify applicants of their awards upon acceptance https://daniels.du.edu/graduate-admissions/faq/ ... able to upload these materials upon receiving an offer of admission Mailing Address Daniels College of Business at University of Denver 2101 S University Blvd., Denver, CO 80208-8921 Graduate... Professional Résumé Required (limit pages, page is preferred) Please refer to this link for examples of a professional résumé Please submit a professional résumé that demonstrates the scope of. .. results, relevant professional experience and other soft considerations gleaned through essays and letters of recommendation As of this academic year, scholarships for master of science applicants